Your feet: indicators of health Because they are so far away from our heart, our feet are often the first part of the body to show something is wrong with the way blood circulates in our body. The condition of our toenails can signal the presence or beginning of several diseases. Healthy nails are pink,…
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Shin Splints
‘Shin splints’ is a term used to encompass a variety of causes of shin pain. It is usually characterized by pain in the front or inside aspect of the lower leg, during exercise or even when simply walking. Shin splints are commonly split into three categories; front of shin pain (anterior), inside of shin pain…
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Pregnancy and the Feet
Pregnancy places a considerable amount of changes on the body to allow for the normal development of the baby. Foot and leg pain is a common complaint from pregnant woman and is often over looked. Several changes to the human body during pregnancy affect the lower limb specifically and these include: 1. Weight gain: Increased…
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Plantar Warts
Plantar warts are benign cutaneous tumours which grow on the soles of the feet. They are caused by select strains of the human papilloma virus (HPV) and although are relatively harmless, can cause irritation and discomfort. When lesions grow on the soles of the feet, they are exposed to high levels of pressure which causes…
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